Downtown: KUDU
Fresh is the word of the day since the Kudu redo earlier this year. While it stills enjoys an eclectic patronage, this hideaway off King has slowly made some welcome changes. Now locals are buzzing about the Krankie’s Coffee pours, later hours, live weekend music, craft beer offerings, and Normandy Farms Bakery sandwiches. 4 Vanderhorst St., (843) 853-7186, www.kuducharleston.com
Mount Pleasant: METTO
Looking for an excellent cup East of the Coop? Stop in or drive through this quaint café, which is caffeinated with free wireless, relaxed indoor and patio seating, a love for locals, and irresistible artisan and single-origin brews from Seattle’s Zoka Coffee on drip. In addition to the stellar lattes (try the caramel) regularly whipped up by knowledgeable baristas, warm up to fresh-baked pastries, sandwiches, wraps, and paninis. 354 W. Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant, (843) 216-8832
